2002 Toyota Mark II vs. 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Mark II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Mark II would be higher. At 4,130 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton (335 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Mark II. (157 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Mark II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 801 kg more than 2002 Toyota Mark II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton (430 Nm) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Mark II. (200 Nm). This means 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Toyota Mark II | 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Mark II | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 4130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 2356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.5 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
